Dungeon Master
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Dungeon Master FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 910 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 987 fps | 802 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 960 fps | 780 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 907 fps | 737 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps | 672 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 933 fps | 747 fps | 607 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 800 fps | 640 fps | 520 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 725 fps | 580 fps | 464 fps | 377 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 980 fps | 796 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 840 fps | 683 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 925 fps | 740 fps | 601 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 900 fps | 720 fps | 585 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 850 fps | 680 fps | 553 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 969 fps | 775 fps | 620 fps | 504 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 875 fps | 700 fps | 560 fps | 455 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 750 fps | 600 fps | 480 fps | 390 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 544 fps | 435 fps | 348 fps | 283 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 896 fps | 728 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 832 fps | 676 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 933 fps | 747 fps | 607 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 880 fps | 704 fps | 572 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 827 fps | 661 fps | 537 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 817 fps | 653 fps | 523 fps | 425 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 700 fps | 560 fps | 448 fps | 364 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 617 fps | 493 fps | 395 fps | 321 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 600 fps | 480 fps | 384 fps | 312 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 567 fps | 453 fps | 363 fps | 295 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 517 fps | 413 fps | 331 fps | 269 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 467 fps | 373 fps | 299 fps | 243 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 400 fps | 320 fps | 256 fps | 208 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 290 fps | 232 fps | 186 fps | 151 fps |
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"Dungeon Master," released in 1987, is a groundbreaking real-time role-playing game that redefined the genre. Instead of the traditional turn-based mechanics, players are thrust into an immersive first-person view where they interact directly with the environment by manipulating objects using a mouse. This innovative approach helped establish new standards for both role-playing and computer games, capturing the imaginations of gamers with its engaging gameplay and strategic depth.
For those looking to run "Dungeon Master" well, the game is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 1500. Even modest systems can deliver smooth performance, achieving solid FPS on lower graphics settings. While the game may not challenge modern hardware, it still provides a benchmark in its own right, making it an excellent choice for anyone with basic gaming setups or for fans of retro gaming.
With a respectable rating of 86/100, "Dungeon Master" is a must-play for enthusiasts of the genre. Its influence on later RPGs and unique gameplay mechanics make it a classic worth experiencing, especially for those interested in the evolution of video games.
Performance profile
Released in December 1987, Dungeon Master predates modern GPU acceleration as we know it today. It runs effortlessly on virtually any current hardware, including integrated graphics and entry-level laptops — framerate is limited by the engine, not the GPU.
As a strategy title, Dungeon Master is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Dungeon Master runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
